OutKast is an American hip-hop duo, comprised of Andre Andre 3000 Benjamin (formerly known as Dre) and Antwan Big Boi Patton. Having sold over 20 million records with six albums under their belt, OutKast is easily one of the most successful hip-hop groups of all time. Speakerboxxx/The Love Below, a double album representing a solo album from each member of the duo, achieved diamond status, selling over 10 million units, a feat only two other hip hop albums have ever accomplished. OutKasts commercial success corresponds to the duos critically acclaimed, distinct and experimental sound, which is rare for such a mainstream rap group.
Benjamin and Patton, both from Atlanta, Georgia, went to the same high school together and would regularly engage in rap battles, only to later team up and form OutKast. In 1992, the newly formed duo signed to LaFace Records and became the labels first hip hop act. In 1994, their full length debut, Southernplayalisticadillacmuzik, which included hits such as Git up, Git Out and Players Ball, which would reach #1 on the Billboard Rap Chart. OutKasts second album, ATLiens, released in 1996, reached #2 on the US album charts and includes...
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